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In an effort to address tensions between India and Canada regarding the killing of Khalistani extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, David Vigneault, director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), made two unannounced visits to India in February and March. Vigneault reportedly shared information from Ottawa’s investigation into the murder, which had previously strained diplomatic relations after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian agents’ involvement. The murder investigation is ongoing by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. While Canada has provided information to India through multiple channels, India maintains that it has not received specific details on the case. Despite Vigneault’s visits and Canada’s commitment to ensuring accountability, India has expressed concerns about the presence of pro-Khalistani elements in Canada and the safety of its diplomats.

Three Indian nationals accused of killing Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar have appeared in a Canadian court. The judge ordered them to have no contact with several people in the community. This latest court appearance is part of the ongoing investigation into the killing of Nijjar, who was wanted in India on various terror charges.

Four Indian nationals charged in the murder of British Columbia Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar are scheduled to appear in court today. Amandeep Singh, Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, and Karanpreet Singh face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Nijjar, an advocate for an independent Sikh state in India, was shot and killed in the parking lot of a Surrey temple in June 2023. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has suggested Indian government involvement, but India denies any involvement.

Amandeep Singh, a 22-year-old Indian national, appeared in court on Wednesday in connection with the murder of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar on June 18, 2022. Singh, who was already in custody on charges related to firearm possession and drug offenses, is accused of being one of the two gunmen involved in the killing. He will next appear in court on May 21 along with three other suspects arrested earlier in May.

A fourth Indian national, identified as 22-year-old Amandeep Singh, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in connection with the killing of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada last year. The arrest comes after three other individuals were taken into custody earlier this month in Edmonton, Alberta. Canadian investigators have not yet announced any links to the Indian government in relation to the murder, but separate and distinct investigations are ongoing. The incident has heightened tensions between India and Canada, with India describing the allegations of potential links to Indian agents as ‘absurd’ and ‘motivated’.

Canada’s House of Commons has unanimously passed a motion expressing concern about foreign interference in the country’s internal affairs, including credible allegations of Indian involvement in the killing of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The motion was proposed by Indo-Canadian MP Sukh Dhaliwal and supported by several MPs, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the leader of the Conservative Party. The motion calls on the government to protect Canadian citizens from foreign intimidation and interference and to investigate any allegations of wrongdoing. It follows previous statements made by Trudeau suggesting a potential link between Indian agents and Nijjar’s murder, which have strained bilateral relations between Canada and India.

At least one of the three Indian suspects in the killing of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar arrived in Canada as an international student via the EthicWorks Immigration Services. Karanpreet Singh Brar of Kotkapura was granted a study visa, according to Canadian Press. He also voiced opposition to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and supported the farmers’ protests. The other accused, Kamalpreet Singh, also came to Canada on a study visa in 2019. The immigration status of the third accused, Karanpreet Singh, is yet to be confirmed. India’s External Affairs Minister has alleged that Canada has welcomed criminals from Punjab, but Canada’s Immigration Minister denies laxity.

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has reaffirmed her country’s accusations against India regarding the murder of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Joly stated that their job is to protect Canadians and they stand by the allegations that a Canadian was killed on Canadian soil by Indian agents. India has strongly denied the claims and has called for diplomatic channels to be respected.

Three Indian nationals accused of murdering Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar appeared in a British Columbia court via video, igniting protests from community members. The suspects, Karan Brar, Karanpreet Singh, and Kamalpreet Singh, face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in Nijjar’s killing last June. Investigations into possible involvement by India’s government are ongoing.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau affirmed Canada’s commitment to the rule of law and its independent justice system following the arrest of three Indian nationals in connection with the murder of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The three individuals, identified as Karanpreet Singh, Kamalpreet Singh, and Karan Brar, have been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.